On this week's episode of VoteTalks, hosts Ashley Craven, candidate for Oak Ridge Board of Education, and Chase Lindsey sit down with Aly Chapman from the Tennessee Equality Project to explore the challenges and victories of advocating for LGBTQ rights across Tennessee.
Aly shares the impactful work the Tennessee Equality Project does to fight for inclusive policies at both state and local levels, focusing on the real-world implications these laws have on children, youth, and families. The conversation covers Aly’s personal journey, including the challenges of advocating for their son’s rights and pushing for transgender inclusion in schools.
Key topics include Tennessee’s controversial legislation that requires schools to notify parents if a child wishes to use a different name or pronoun than what’s on their birth certificate, the growing movement to ban books in schools and public libraries, and the ongoing battle over trans rights in sports. Aly emphasizes the importance of amplifying the voices most affected by these policies.
This episode offers valuable insights into how these laws affect LGBTQ youth on a daily basis, the complexities of implementing them at the local level, and the critical need for safe spaces in schools. Aly also discusses actionable ways individuals can support LGBTQ rights and the importance of voting for leaders who prioritize inclusivity.
For more information about the Tennessee Equality Project, visit their website: tnep.org or follow them on social media.
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